SMITH & WESSON

Engineered on a high strength polymer upper and lower receiver, the M&P15-22 benefits from reduced weight while retaining the looks and operating features of the standard M&P15 rifle. The new semi-automatic rifle features a 16-inch barrel with a twist of 1 in 15 inches. The M&P15-22 is standard with a six-position collapsible stock to accommodate a variety of shooters and shooting positions, an A3 style flat top upper receiver with a quad-rail handguard for easily mounting optional accessories and an A2 pistol grip for improved firearm control. The new tactical rifle also features a fully functional charging handle, an AR-15 style magazine release, bolt catch and a two-position receiver mounted safety. The M&P15-22 is complete with a removable 25 round magazine along with a removable A2-style front post sight, an adjustable A2-style rear sight and a single stage trigger.

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S&W M&P 15-22 User Review,
June 02, 2013

A couple of months ago I kicked around the idea of buying an S&W M&P 15. However, after looking at the cost of ammo and the need to go to ranges allowing high-powered rifles versus just stopping by my local indoor range on a whim on the way home from work I talked myself out of buying one.
While doing my research for M&P 15’s I kept seeing reviews for its little brother, the M&P 15-22. Not just ho-hum reviews mind you, but folks raving about how much they liked them and how much fun they were.
Hmmm, might the M&P 15-22 be the answer to my dilemma? Wouldn’t it give me the best of both worlds of having an M&P 15 but with the added advantage of cheaper .22LR ammo? It would also mean I’d still be able to stop off at my local indoor range whenever I felt the urge to lob a few rounds down range on the way home from work.
The more I thought about it the more I liked the idea. Right, an S&W M&P 15-22 it shall be.
I finally found a Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22 MOE Magpul Tactical Rifle with a 6-position stock at Impact Guns. It wasn't easy finding one as anything today with “.22LR” in it’s name or its caliber doesn’t seem to last long on the shelves. It’s a case of “buy it when you see it” or miss out on the opportunity.
First Impressions When Opening the Box:
Right out of the box I was very impressed with the quality of this rifle. I’m not sure why I was expecting something less than S&W’s usual excellent quality but I was for some reason. Well, one look and feel of the M&P 15-22 and those concerns were put right to rest.
While the M&P 15-22 is lighter than it’s big brother it shares many of the same features with things in the same place such as the mag release, bolt catch/release, and charging handle, etc. Because the M&P 15-22 is an AR platform rifle it’ll accept all of the AR accessories with the exception of things that are unique to the .22LR.
At The Range:
Getting the scope (I added at UTG 3-9x32 Compact CQB Bug Buster AO RGB) dialed in took maybe two dozen rounds firing in groups of three to get an average for each volley prior to making elevation and windage adjustments to the scope. Once dialed in it was pure fun from that point on!
The first night I put maybe 200 rounds of Remington Goldens down range with not even a hiccup; no FTFs, no FTEs, nothing. Just sheer fun and enjoyment. Groupings at 25 yards were within the 1 1/2" rings of my targets with maybe 20% of the shots touching the 3/16" bullseye. Not bad for the first time out with it (for me or the rifle).
The second time out I put another 300 rounds down the range with the same ammo, the same targets, and had the same trouble-free results and every bit as much fun as the first week.
I've tried a few brands of ammo now and the two I have the best luck with are the Remington Goldens and Federal Champions. Out of these two I'd say the Federal Champions are the better of the two for me with tighter groupings than the Remington's. Both are excellent from the standpoint of reliability and no FTEs or FTFs.
FInal Verdict:
I’d have to say the reviews were right; the M&P 15-22 is a lot of fun and looks and feels great! In fact, I can’t remember the last time I had that big of a smile on my face for so long. Well, I can but that’s another story for different audience.
If you're in the market for an AR style .22LR you really should look into the M&P 15-22. Or, if you were like me and couldn't justify buying an AR style rifle for the reasons I mentioned then the M&P 15-22 might be right for you.
Just go buy one! You'll be happy you did.

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